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Cinnamon Rolls

These homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a buttery cinnamon-sugar swirl. Topped with a sweet glaze, they’re a timeless treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 20

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1-pound loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon water as needed for sealing
  • cup heavy whipping cream
  • cup confectioners’ sugar sifted
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 dash vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Lightly grease two round cake pans with butter.
  • Roll out bread dough into a 6×18-inch rectangle. Brush with melted butter.
  • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts. Sprinkle mixture evenly over buttered dough.
  • Roll dough into a log, starting at the long edge. Moisten edge with water to seal.
  • Slice log into 20 even pieces and arrange cut-side down in prepared pans. Cover with a towel and let rise until doubled, about 90 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour heavy cream evenly over the risen rolls.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • While rolls bake, whisk confectioners’ sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

  • For extra richness, replace the glaze with cream cheese frosting.
  • To make ahead, refrigerate assembled rolls overnight, then bake in the morning.
  • Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
  • Rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the microwave for 10–15 seconds.